Ollphéist
Legend of Ollpheist tells of the creature carving the very path of the River Shannon with its tail while fleeing the arrival of Saint Patrick. This sculpture captures the
Dragon King in its skeletal form, a sinuous and predatory force of nature.
The Ollphéist is a monumental real bone dragon sculpture, handcrafted from cow, turkey, pig, and tilapia fish bones. In the ancient waters of Ireland, the Ollphéist is the ‘Great Worm’—a colossal serpentine dragon of the deep.
Technical Specifications
Materials: Ethically salvaged Cow, Chicken, Turkey, Pig, and Tilapia bone.
* Artistry: Hand-rendered Rogue Taxidermy.
* Mount: Custom hand-painted obsidian wood frame with a 2″ interior depth.
* Backdrop: Industrial vinyl with custom “Red Shadow” and star-field
detailing.
* Physicality:
* Total Height/Width: 51.5″ x 52″ (accounting for skeletal extensions).
* Frame Size: 49.5″ sq.
* Relief Depth: 9.5″.
* Weight: 35 lbs.
* Integrity: 100% organic skeletal construction; zero synthetic molds or 3D
prints.
* Included: Signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Every vertebra and rib is meticulously articulated to honor the power of a legend that once reshaped the Irish landscape.
Ollpheist
A statement in scale, Ollpheist commands the wall with an unmistakable presence.
Measuring an impressive 4′ × 4′, Ollpheist is designed for spaces that call for something extraordinary. The perspective photograph reveals its true scale—even on an 8-foot wall, the work creates a dramatic, gallery-like focal point without overwhelming the room.
Its generous proportions are particularly striking on tall walls and vaulted spaces, where the work can be experienced in its entirety and its sculptural details truly come alive.
Despite its substantial presence, Ollpheist is surprisingly lightweight and designed for straightforward installation. Each piece arrives with a hanging kit included, making it possible to bring the impact of a monumental work of art into your space with ease.
Ollpheist is not simply something to hang on a wall—it is a work that transforms the space around it.
